Claims Manager, Energy

Starr Companies • Houston, TX

56d

About The Position

Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable business and industry in virtually every part of the world. Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world's fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents. Starr is looking for individuals with "passion" and "drive". There's no shortage of opportunities as we continue to grow. Come join our amazing team! This position can be filled in Chicago, Atlanta, Houston or Philadelphia

Requirements

• 8 - 10 years of experience in energy claims handling, management and/or overseeing Third Party Administrator(s):
• Prior experience handling and evaluating claims involving large commercial complex coverage analysis
• Demonstrated success managing litigation, evaluating and negotiating claims involving energy, construction and/or the New York Labor Law
• Self-starter and team player who needs little direction and is focused on developing, and executing on, creative solutions to our clients' most challenging business problems
• Strong coverage knowledge
• Superior negotiation and litigation management skills
• Must be organized and have excellent documentation skills
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Excellent and diplomatic communicator
• Customer- service and relationship-oriented
• Innovative and curious, with a desire for continuous learning and growth
• Travel is required and will vary depending on business needs and caseload
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage time effectively, set priorities and meet deadlines
• Insurance adjuster licenses must be obtained where needed. Candidates who are already broadly licensed are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Active oversight of a directly handled active inventory of primary and excess claims related to policies written out of the Energy Profit Center in various jurisdictions
• Performing prompt coverage analysis and determination, investigation into liability and defenses, and timely reserve evaluations
• Perform audits through claim systems and on-site visits
• Required to attend mediations, settlement conferences, etc. to negotiate cost-effective settlements and attend trials on an "as needed" basis
• Provide timely and meaningful information to underwriters, actuaries and reinsurers to update them regarding losses which could impact Starr's policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees